MUMBAI: Flying Blue, the loyalty program of Air France-KLM, recently announced the expansion of its exclusive “status match” offer to include new markets. Frequent travelers with airline status in India can now apply for a Flying Blue status match.
“Status Match enables travelers from other airlines the opportunity to convert their elite status to a comparable status in Flying Blue and start enjoying numerous benefits and privileges of the Flying Blue loyalty program immediately, making every journey with Air France – KLM even more enjoyable,” said Hichame L.Bennani, Commercial Director, Air France – KLM for India and the Middle East.
“The offer will allow eligible customers to upgrade to Flying Blue Silver, Gold, or Platinum status and enjoy unique elite privileges for 12 months thereafter. Benefits include accelerated earning rates, priority check-in and boarding, complimentary seat selection options, and SkyTeam lounge access for Gold and Platinum members,” the company said in a press statement. (Program terms and conditions apply.)
“The Status Match initiative is part of Flying Blue’s commitment to offering exceptional experiences for travelers,” Bennani added.
The offer also applies to existing Flying Blue members, offering them the opportunity to upgrade their status in the program to a higher level. To apply, eligible customers can pay the applicable fee and, upon approval, be upgraded immediately. Customers who are not yet Flying Blue members can join the program on the Flying Blue website and then return to complete the application.
Flying Blue, the loyalty program of the Air France-KLM Group, was created in 2005. The company stated that it now has 26 million members worldwide, who have access to a multitude of rewards and benefits and can earn and spend Miles with a wide selection of airline, commercial, and financial partners.
Loyalty Status Co is a travel technology company helping loyalty programs worldwide drive customer acquisition, growth, and ancillary revenue through their elite status programs. Loyalty Status Co owns and operates the statusmatch.com platform.